Essential Oils of the Scriptures Part 2

Essential oils and the Bible go hand in hand. Oils are mentioned in the scriptures and after discussing how they have been used it is also important to talk about which oils were used

Frankincense Essential Oil

The oil is extracted from the Boswellia (“Bos-WELL-ey-ah”) tree. The tree needs to be at least 40 years old before you can extract 1 drop of oil from it. In Biblical times, 40 years was very significant as it symbolized one generation.

Ancient Uses:

anointing oil & meditation

transitioning to death & embalming

perfume

anoint newborn sons of kings & priests

Modern Uses:

Rub on chest and over lungs for a calming effect

Breathe deeply for emotional support

Use for healthy looking skin

Diffuse for overall grounding and focusing effect

Versus to check out: Matthew 2:11 & Revelations 18:13

Myrrh Essential Oil

Myrrh is actually from the frankincense family and it is steam distilled from a resin.

Ancient Uses:

fixative to lengthen the smell of perfumes & ointments

used on umbilical cords

oral hygiene

inhaled during labor

Modern Uses:

antioxidant

healthy for the skin

aids in meditation

It is the first oil to be mentioned in the Bible in Genesis 37:25 and the story of Joseph. Then again mentioned in Esther 2:12, to be prepared as a bride for the King, Esther massaged with the oil of myrrh for six months.

Cedarwood Essential Oil

This oil is steam distilled from the bark of the Cedarwood trees.

Ancient Uses:

spiritual cleansing

disinfecting temple instruments

stimulate the mind and emotional cleansing

Modern Uses:

calming and grounding

helps support healthy skin

stimulates calming and peaceful emotions

Check out these biblical references in Leviticus 14:49 & Psalm 104:16

Cypress Essential Oil

Cypress leaves and branches were a source of medicinal oil from ancient Egypt. You can almost tell by smelling the oil how powerful it can be – cleansing, clearing and supportive.

Ancient uses:

the doors of St Peter’s cathedral are 1200 years old and are made out of Cypress

the custom of planting Cypress trees in cemeteries symbolized life after death

the cross of Jesus was made of cypress wood

Modern Uses:

promotes a sense of security and grounding

calming angry emotions

beneficial for oily or problematic skin

use on tired or sluggish legs.

Some biblical references to check out: Genesis 6:14 & Isaiah 14:8.

Sandalwood Essential Oil

It is steam distilled from the bark of the Sandalwood tree.

Ancient Uses:

support the lymphatic and cardiovascular system

calming the nerves

skin revitalization

aphrodisiac

meditation and prayer

Modern Uses:

comforting and relaxing

amazing for skin care, aftershave, and perfume

calming and emotionally balancing

used for stress and unwinding

Mentioned in the Bible several times and it was known as Aloe but the plant is what we now call Sandalwood: Psalm 45:9 & John 19:39.

Cassia Essential Oil

It is steam distilled from the branches, leaves, and petioles of the tree.

Ancient Uses:

ingredient in Moses’ holy anointing oil

a natural remedy to support healthy immunity

Modern Uses:

Supports feelings of well-being

High in antioxidants

Cassia is mentioned in the Bible over 50 times, Exodus 30:24 & Psalm 45:8 are just a few.

Spikenard Essential Oil

Spikenard is a very spiritual oil and comes from the same plant family as Valerian.

Ancient Uses:

anointing oil

to induce mediation

as a perfume

Modern Uses:

supports relaxation with a calming scent

high in antioxidants

Helps with calming and soothing emotions. This amazing oil is mentioned about 17 times in the Bible. Here are a few of them: Song of Songs 1:12, Song of Songs 4:13 and John 12:3.

Hyssop Essential Oil

Hyssop means “holy herb” in Hebrew. It is steam distilled from stems and leaves.

Ancient Uses:

spiritual cleansing

cleanse, purify and even to “forgive sins”

meditation and rituals

Modern Uses:

supports a healthy immune system

can help for occasional body soreness

emotional health.

Hyssop is mentioned a dozen times in the Bible: Psalm 51:9 and Exodus 12:22.

Myrtle Essential Oil

Myrtle is derived from Latin, the word means “chaste beauty.” It is steam distilled from leaves and has a clear, fresh scent, similar to eucalyptus.

Ancient uses:

religious ceremonies

supports the respiratory system

great for skin, hair, and nails

researched to help with glandular imbalances

used for meditation and lifting the spirit

balances of the female and male energies.

This is a must-have for singers love this oil because it helps to clear the voice. Mentioned in the Bible six times, in Esther 2:7, Nehemiah 8:15, and Isaiah 55:13.

Cistus Essential Oil

Cistus also known as the Rose of Sharon, looks like a rose and that is how the name is derived. It has a soft, fruity smell with honey overtones. It is a calming and uplifting oil that stimulates the five senses.

Ancient Uses:

heals wounds

respiratory support

Modern Uses:

used for meditation

oxygenates the brain

calming and uplifting

helpful for finding emotional balance and in counseling

Jesus is referred to as a “Rose of Sharon” in many verses, which refers to Cistus: Song of Song 2:1.

Onycha Essential Oil

Onycha is steam distilled from the resin of the tree.

Ancient Uses:

cleanser made sure the area used for sacrifices was free of disease, cleansed and purified

respiratory support

Modern Uses:

promote feelings of liberation and freedom

calming the emotions

wound cleansing

support healthy looking skin

stimulates the five senses: touch, feeling, hearing, sight, and taste

helps co-dependents find more balance

Available only in the 10 oils of ancient scripture kit. Do not diffuse, it may plug up the diffuser. This plant only shows up in Exodus 30:34 as an ingredient of the sacred incense.

Galbanum Essential Oil

Ancient Uses:

ancient anointing oil and was commonly combined with frankincense as holy incense

spiritually it was used to enhance meditation

Holy incense which was burned 24 hours a day in the temple

It significantly increases the vibrational frequency of other oils despite the fact that its own frequency is not very high. Combined with other oils like frankincense or sandalwood, the frequency rises dramatically.

Modern Uses:

supports the immune, digestive, respiratory, circulatory, and other body systems

aid for troubled or mature skin.

allows for the shedding of old ideas and attitudes

grounding yet it leads us to surrender

This plant only shows up in Exodus 30:34 as an ingredient of the sacred incense. This lowly, earthy oil included in the Holy Anointing Oil, some wonder why? Some believe it represents the sinners who needed redemption, that it balanced the blend of oils.

There you have it!

There you have it. The 12 Oils of Ancient Scripture. These do come in a very special kit from Young Living- grab yours here. It now contains only the 10 most significant oils found in the Bible.

How will you use them: prayer, blessing or to support your body physically and emotionally?